How to dry laundry without damaging it

01 Jun

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How to handle clothes to avoid damaging them

Drying clothes, especially indoors, can be quite a challenge: they don't dry properly in damp weather, placing them on radiators causes them to overheat, and figuring out how

to get a large bedsheet dry seems like an impossible mission. In this article, we will reveal common mistakes made when drying laundry and learn how to avoid them.

Believe it or not, this everyday task has its tricks that many are unaware of. Here are six commonly made mistakes and misconceptions about drying clothes.

1. DO NOT LEAVE WET CLOTHES IN THE WASHING MACHINE

You put the laundry in to wash, got caught up in daily tasks, and as a result, the washed clothes have been "lounging around" in the washing machine for three hours. Familiar scene,

isn't it? It may seem like a small detail, but during this time, the clothes can wrinkle and develop stubborn creases. Therefore, if you ever forget, it's better to first set the washing

machine to a short rinse cycle and immediately remove the laundry afterwards.

2. DO NOT OVERDRY THE CLOTHES

Overdried clothes are uncomfortably stiff to the touch, rigid as a board, and very resistant to ironing. Therefore, it's better to occasionally check the situation on the clothesline and

promptly remove the dried items. This advice is particularly relevant when drying clothes in the bathroom on a towel rack.

3. DO NOT HANG CLOTHES ON RADIATORS

This drying method can irreversibly damage your favorite clothing items. Overly hot radiators, especially if they are non-adjustable, can cause deformation of the garments and even

melt decorative appliques, causing them to peel off or stick to the hot radiator surface.

4. DO NOT DRY CLOTHES ON ELECTRIC HEATERS

This mistake can be particularly costly - the commonly adopted drying method can be dangerous not only to the clothes but also potentially cause a fire.

5. DO NOT CROWD THE CLOTHES TOGETHER

It's better not to try to save space on the clothesline because the logic is quite simple - the tighter you pack the clothes, the longer they will take to dry. To avoid this hassle, it's better

to spread out the laundry with gaps, smoothing out each garment on the clothesline to prevent the formation of creases while drying.

6. DO NOT DRY CLOTHES IN THE KITCHEN

Firstly, it should not be done for safety reasons, especially if the clothes are planned to be hung near the stove. And secondly, because the garments will quickly absorb kitchen odors,

and instead of your favorite scent, you'll end up smelling like cutlets and cabbage soup.

7. DO NOT USE OUTDATED LAUNDRY DRYING EQUIPMENT

Many still use the old-fashioned "life hack" of hanging the washed laundry on ropes stretched across the backyard or balcony. This method has several drawbacks: firstly, the ropes are

almost impossible to tighten properly - they sag under the weight of the laundry, causing the clothes to wrinkle. Secondly, over time, the ropes become dirty and can leave unsightly marks

on the clothes. Additionally, if it rains, drying clothes on ropes outside becomes an endless process.

Fortunately, nowadays there are much more convenient solutions available. For example, with the sophisticated technology of the Leifheit rotary clothesline, you can dry clothes very

conveniently, quickly, and easily: it can be easily opened and closed, equipped with a roof that protects the clothes from rain/sun, and special tensioning technology ensures that

the clothesline is always taut. In addition to the simple control of the clothesline, it has another wonderful feature - an automatic mechanism for retracting the clothesline.

Thanks to this, when not in use, the clothesline is always stored in the support system, and it remains clean. Considering that the length of one side of the clothesline is 2.2m,

it is suitable for drying even large-sized items such as sheets and blankets.

What to Consider When Drying Clothes Indoors

If possible and the weather permits, place the clothes dryer near an open window. This way, the clothes will dry faster while also allowing for ventilation. Fresh air also has a positive

impact on the microclimate of the room.

If you're drying clothes in the bathroom, remember to turn on the ventilation or floor heating, or at least leave the bathroom door open. This will help the clothes dry faster while

preventing excess moisture from accumulating on the walls and ceiling.

Try to develop a habit of removing the dry clothes from the dryer, immediately folding them, and storing the dryer in its designated place to avoid using it as a makeshift hanger.

Nowadays, there are convenient and "smart" clothes dryers available in the market that can significantly simplify this task. Perhaps it's time to consider getting a new assistant for yourself?